GUANGDONG

Location: Guangdong is situated in the southern most part of China.

Area: 177,600 sq km
Capital: Guangzhou (Canton)
Coastline: 4,300 kilometers

Population: 86.42 million (March 2001)
Urban Population: 17 million

Ethnic groups: Guangdong is a multi-national provice. Besides the ltan people, there are other ethnic groups, such as Yao, Hui, Manchu, Yi, Li, Miao and so on, totaling 42.

Tourist Attractions: White Cloud Hill, Memorial Hall of Sun Yat-sen

Climate: Situated in the subtropical zone, Guangdong enjoys a pleasant temperature most of the year round. After Kunming, this city ranks as the city with the minimum temperature differences. It is neither too hot in summer here, nor too cold in winter. However, there is abundant rainfall here, making the scenery very lush and green but also ensuring that visitors need an umbrella or a raincoat! Autumn is the best time of year to visit and this season can last from May until November when it is cool and comfortable .